SCHMIERKASE (CREAM CHEESE)
This is an old Amish cheese recipe. The only way that it can be made is if you have access to raw milk to make the curd or what they call crumbs. Schmierkase translated is cream cheese. The Amish used it as a bread spread with jams VERY IMPORTANT!!! I wanted to add a note to anyone trying this recipe. It calls for water. If...
Provided by Linda Kauppinen
Categories Other Sauces
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Let milk sour until it becomes very thick, then heat to 115 to 120 degrees.
- 2. Pour half of milk into a coarse cloth bag to drain. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Empty curds into a bowl and crumble. Repeat process with remaining milk.
- 3. Let crumbs set at room temperature for 2 to 3 days(up to 5 days if a stronger flavor is desired).
- 4. To crumbs (should be about 4 cups) add baking soda and mix well. Pour into double boiler and let stand for 30 minutes, then add 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups warm water.
- 5. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Mix in butter, salt and finally the cup of hot water, adding it 1/4 cup at a time.
- 6. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring to dissolve crumbs. Allow to cool, then spread on bread and serve!
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Rhianna kennedy
[email protected]I wish I could give this recipe zero stars.
Wenzel
[email protected]This was the worst schmierkase cream cheese I have ever tasted.
MDvurhj Sixdire
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Ebrahim Yehya
[email protected]This recipe is a waste of time and ingredients.
Shube Omar
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my schmierkase cream cheese turned out nothing like the picture.
oto loo
[email protected]This was my first time making schmierkase cream cheese, and it was a disaster. The texture was grainy, and the flavor was bland.
Ogali Ikechukwu
[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks.
Moktar Hosen
[email protected]I think this recipe would be better if it used whole milk instead of skim milk.
Mubiru Rashid
[email protected]I found the instructions a bit confusing, but I was able to figure it out eventually.
Danish hayat
[email protected]This was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference.
Kaidem Toomey
[email protected]I love how versatile this schmierkase cream cheese is. I can use it on bagels, toast, crackers, or even in recipes.
MD JOWEL RANA
[email protected]This schmierkase cream cheese is the perfect addition to any breakfast or brunch.
Laela Bug
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves cream cheese.
Laura Bell
[email protected]This schmierkase cream cheese is a great way to use up leftover milk.
Jackie Speaks
[email protected]I love using schmierkase cream cheese on my bagels. It's the perfect balance of tangy and creamy.
Manish Bhul
[email protected]This was my first time making schmierkase cream cheese, and it was a success! I was surprised at how easy it was to make, and it tasted just like the store-bought kind.
Puseletso Ndoo
[email protected]I've been making schmierkase cream cheese for years, and this recipe is by far the best. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect.
AJAB Jaan
[email protected]This schmierkase cream cheese was a delightful treat! The texture was smooth and creamy, and the flavor was perfectly tangy.